The leaves, young shoots, and flowers from Hibiscus sabdariffa are common sources of food and drink throughout the tropical regions where this plant thrives. Its large, showy flowers are most commonly brewed as hibiscus tea. In the Caribbean, the vibrantly red infusion is mixed with rum and served as a cocktail. Our whole, organic dried hibiscus flowers can be used in culinary recipes and make a lovely addition to botanical tea blends.
Hibiscus flowers are the main ingredient in many wonderfully refreshing teas made around the world, especially in Nigeria, Africa. A tea known as ZOBO, it is usually served chilled with copious amounts of sugar or Honey to sweeten the natural tartness of the hibiscus.
